The need for certifying crisis response workers became apparent in the aftermath of 9/11, when the New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) operated its largest FEMA-funded disaster response program in its history. One of the principle lessons learned was the critical need for an organized, well- trained and credentialed disaster behavioral health workforce. In order to promote a standard set of training experiences for counselors, DMHAS developed a process to credential behavioral health responders and continues to encourage anyone who is interested in participating in the disaster response process to obtain this DRCC credential. This credentialing process will help to ensure the provision of a coordinated and integrated response and a competent workforce at times of disaster. For more information on exact requirements to be certified and to start an online application please visit: https://njdrcc.org/index.php
Please see below for the virtual schedule:
Flyer for the Certification Program here.
For any questions on the certification process please contact Tegan.Perrotta@mhanj.org
For questions on registration please contact Annie.Westerman@dhs.nj.gov
